How To Make Nigerian Egusi Soup #Egusisoup 🇳🇬

egusi seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide a similar texture and flavor.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil is healthier with a similar cooking profile.

dried fish

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Fresh fish can be a healthier option with less sodium.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: herbs and spices

💰Cheaper: salt

Using herbs adds flavor without added chemicals.

Season assorted meat with black pepper and one vita cube, mix and set aside to marinate.

Soak dry fish in hot water for 3-5 minutes, then remove bones and set aside.

Chop one onion for frying and another onion into larger pieces for blending with red bell peppers and habanero peppers.

Chop spinach and set aside.

Heat palm oil in a pot, then add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

Add blended bell pepper, habanero, and onion mixture to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes.

Add one vita cube to the mixture and mix well, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Add blended egusi seeds to the pot and mix thoroughly.

Add assorted meat and dry fish to the mixture, stirring to combine.

Add broth from the soaked dry fish and season with another vita cube, then mix well.

Let the mixture cook for 5-10 minutes, then add chopped spinach and mix well.

Cook for an additional 5 minutes, then check seasoning before serving.

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